News
August 2024
Key phase for installation of Hope Bell in Loughborough
29th Aug
The main structure of the Hope Bell in Loughborough, which will mark the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on local communities, is due to be installed on Tuesday, 3 September 2024. The bell will be a tribute to the NHS and key workers and a reminder..
Annual electoral register check coming to an end
29th Aug
Households across Charnwood are being asked to respond to this year’s check of the electoral register. Charnwood Borough Council has posted 63,652 forms and sent 66,433 emails to prompt households into updating the register. Those who have not..
Work underway to create new cricket ground in Mountsorrel
22nd Aug
A cricket club in Mountsorrel will be playing their home matches at a new ground thanks to the support of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Work has begun on a new cricket pitch on Seaton Road as part of a project by Mountsorrel Parish Council. The..
Fun and music promised at Southfields Park event
21st Aug
A weekend of fun and music for all ages will be taking place in Southfields Park in Loughborough with a new event this September. Music in the Park will be held on Saturday and Sunday, 14 and 15 September and will be filled with live performances,..
Deadline approaching for consultation over Charnwood Local Plan modifications
20th Aug
Time is running out to have a say in a consultation over proposed changes to the draft Charnwood Local Plan 2021-37 as the process to develop it reaches an advanced stage. The draft Local Plan provides a robust strategy for growth in Charnwood and..
Time running out to enter photo competition celebrating outdoor spaces
19th Aug
The deadline to enter a photo competition which will showcase the borough’s fantastic parks and open spaces is fast approaching. Charnwood Borough Council re-launched the ‘Love the outdoors in Charnwood’ photo competition earlier this summer to..
Extension work completed on a bustling village hall
19th Aug
A community village hall has been transformed thanks to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The Jubilee Hall in Anstey has been extended by Anstey Parish Council and now provides a second larger community hall for the local scout group and improved..
Communication aids bring fun and learning to Queen’s Park in Loughborough
16th Aug
Two visual aids are helping children with learning difficulties to enjoy their visit to Queen’s Park in Loughborough this summer. Charnwood Borough Council fitted the two communication boards in the parks play area in February this year and they..
Record-breaking feat inspires Mayor’s charity effort
16th Aug
“I had this skill, so I wanted to put it to good use…” says Cllr Dr Julie Bradshaw MBE as she talks about her amazing swimming career. It’s at this time of year that Cllr Bradshaw, the current Mayor of Charnwood, - finds herself reflecting on..
Britain in Bloom judges tour Loughborough’s open spaces
15th Aug
Loughborough in Bloom will be looking to continue their recent success as the Britain in Bloom judges visited the town. Loughborough has been chosen to represent the region in the small city category at the national awards which are organised by the..
Discover the local wildlife in open spaces in Charnwood
14th Aug
Three events are taking place for Charnwood residents to learn about the local wildlife. A BioBlitz will take place at Forest Road Greenbelt in Loughborough on Wednesday, 28 August from 9.30am-12.30pm to search for and record as much wildlife as..
Development begins on new hut for 1st Nanpantan Scouts
13th Aug
A scout group in Loughborough are going to benefit from a new scout hut thanks to the support of the Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund. 1st Nanpantan Scout Group provides adventurous activities and personal development opportunities for young..
Council awards over £270,000 to help organisations support local communities
12th Aug
Seven organisations are receiving over £270,000 to help deliver local services in Charnwood communities. The borough council has once again awarded strategic partner grants to organisations which are helping and supporting residents. The..
All the fun of the seaside comes to Loughborough town centre
12th Aug
Families will have the opportunity to be beside the seaside at a three-day event in Loughborough later this month. Loughborough by the Sea will take place in Loughborough’s market place from 10am until 4pm from Sunday 18 August to Tuesday 20..
Environment Agency launches Flood Warning Service in Charnwood
9th Aug
The following press release was first issued by the Environment Agency. The Environment Agency is launching a new Flood Warning Service for Charnwood, Leicestershire this month that will help to warn hundreds more property owners of the risk of..
Over £80,000 awarded to support community projects across Charnwood
6th Aug
Community projects across Charnwood are continuing to be supported through Charnwood Community Grants. Over £80,000 has been allocated to 18 projects which are making a difference across the whole borough, including supporting residents with the..
43 new businesses created in first phase of Charnwood incubator programme
2nd Aug
Hundreds of people have sought help from a Loughborough-based startup incubator - with more than 43 new businesses created as a result. The latest cohort of local entrepreneurs have now completed the fifth cycle of the programme, which first launched..